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Emilie P.


Van Buren, AR

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

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Hello I'm Emilie. I have been around special needs children since I was 8 years old . My brother was born with adhd , autism , depression, sensory disorder . And more . I was also a nanny for a 4-year-old who had odd and among other things . I have a caring patient heart and love working with children I am CPR trained, first...
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Makayla B.


Alma, AR

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Amazing Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience working with children with special needs! I have spent a lot of time working with kids with autism! My long term goal is to become a registered behavior technician. I have been working with special needs since 2017, I've been a paraprofessional in the school district. I have worked with autism, CP,...
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Jenean B.


Rudy, AR

$16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience caring for newborns, toddlers and teens including a family with six children. I started as a tutor for children while working on my Masters degree in education. I specialize in teaching children to read including autistic children. I also have several years of experience caring for seniors...
Jenean can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jenean was so good with my daughter, always so patient and so kind! She was able to help me at a time when I really needed it. So thankful"

Hannah W.

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Julieah E.


Alma, AR

$13-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Special Needs Life Skills Case Manager

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Julieah, however I go by Leah. I am 38 years old. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in human development. Upon graduating with my bachelors in 2008 I have worked with I/DD adolescents and adults in treatment facilities, and in the community. I was a case manager, recreational assistant, and...
5.0
"Julieah was always on time, always professional, and ready to work. She treated my child with compassion and dignity. She was very easy for the whole family to be around."

Elizabeth N.

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Gladis L.


Fort Smith, AR

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience providing personalized support to individuals with diverse needs. Skilled in creating a safe, nurturing environment and committed to promoting dignity, independence, and well-being.
5.0
"Gladis is an extremely caring person. She is dependable, trustworthy and a very good cook. When we hired Gladis to take care of our grandmother, our grandmother was very weak. She hardly ate. Gladis started feeding her " Ensure Plus" with a spoon. Our...

Evelin L.

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Makayla B.


Alma, AR

$13-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood

I am 30 years old! I have been a nanny since 2012 and working with children since 2007. I am a mom to two wonderful girls and have reliable transportation. I have worked in the foster care homes in Idaho, the school district and with many kids with Autism and Special Needs. In Colorado I was ranked as one of the top Nanny's in...
Makayla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Makayla was so great with my son! She was always so gentle and kind to him, her spirit radiates! My son would get so excited to see her. She was always on time, and I felt comfortable knowing my son was in good hands. Would definitely recommend!"

Talisa A.

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Makayla B.


Alma, AR

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Loving, Kind, Patient And Gentle Caregiver

Hello! I love working with the elderly! I currently just got hired so I am in the process of working towards my HCA license then to get my CNA license. I have been a nanny for the past 5 year and working with kids and elderly for 11 years. I have spent a lot of time volunteering in Nursing Homes! In 2012 I won an Award from...
Makayla can also help with: Personal care
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Veronica B.


Fort Smith, AR

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

special needs

Hi I'm Veronica. I would love the opportunity to provide care for you or your loved one. I have taken care of a special needs friend off and on since 1988 most recently for two months as live-in assistance. I am experienced working with Neurodivergent individuals-whom I adore. I have a private vehicle and I'm happy to help in...
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Amber K.


Fort Smith, AR

$13-16/hr • 10 yrs exp

CNA Looking

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a CNA for 15 years. I started in a facility working with special needs adults. I've done everything from facility work to home health. I've worked with Alzheimer's patients, mentally and physically handicapped and various age groups. I love what I do and enjoy helping those who can no longer help themselves.
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Jenean B.


Rudy, AR

$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Caregiver

I have over 10 years of experience caring for people with special needs. I grew up with a mom who was diabetic and had a heart condition. I took care of her in her home until she passed. I administered her meds including insulin and pain meds. After that, I became a full time caregiver for other families. For four years I cared...
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Kwashea T.


Fort Smith, AR

$14-23/hr • 5 yrs exp

I've been in the home healthcare field for 5 years. I've worked with many clients who've had cerebral palsy, autism, diabetes etc. I love helping those in need because it makes me smile knowing I can make someone else's life easier.
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Teri J.


Fort Smith, AR

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother Looking For Extra Income

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years of experience in child care, as I am a mother. I have 8 years of experience in special needs, child development, and as a developmental specialist. I can help with travel, cleaning, and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Teri can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Teri is a very sweet and loving lady. She has a big heart and will go the extra mile to make sure everything and everyone is taken care of. She is professional, friendly and a team player. She worked with me at my school and in my classroom. She was dependable...

Bonnie P.

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Paxton H.


Greenwood, AR

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile! My husband and I recently relocated to Arkansas from out of state, and I would love to find a position as a nanny, mothers helper/assistant that would allow me to bring my sweet, almost 2-year-old daughter with me. I am also interested in as-needed babysitting gigs for date nights...
Paxton can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Gracy F.


Greenwood, AR

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Compassionate Care

I worked as a direct care aide at Brownwood Life Care Center for a couple years and I've worked over a year at Home Instead Senior Care. From special needs to dementia care, house cleaning and bathing, I am confidently competent!
Gracy can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, transportation
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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Tori M.


Fort Smith, AR

$11-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'm 26, I've worked with special needs children and ages from newborn to teenager. I've worked as a preschool teacher and I've taken multiple child development classes and seminars. I am first aide and CPR certified.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Van Buren, AR

Jenean B.

5.0

My daughter needed a nanny for her son while she is in school. I was impressed with Jenean's promptness in responding to our request as well as to any other needs we had. I haven't actually met jenean other than on Face Time for the interview. But we have texted many times. What I especially liked...

- Mary Jane S.

Julieah E.

5.0

Julieah was always on time, always professional, and ready to work. She treated my child with compassion and dignity. She was very easy for the whole family to be around.

- Elizabeth N.

Gladis L.

5.0

Gladis is an extremely caring person. She is dependable, trustworthy and a very good cook. When we hired Gladis to take care of our grandmother, our grandmother was very weak. She hardly ate. Gladis started feeding her " Ensure Plus" with a spoon. Our grandmother started to get better and better...

- Evelin L.

Makayla B.

5.0

Makayla was so great with my son! She was always so gentle and kind to him, her spirit radiates! My son would get so excited to see her. She was always on time, and I felt comfortable knowing my son was in good hands. Would definitely recommend!

- Talisa A.

Teri J.

5.0

Teri is great with kids. I dont trust many people with my kids but Teri is someone I would never even hesitate to call to watch them if I needed help. She is kind, attentive and very compassionate. She is an all around wonderful person. I cannot say enough good things about her!

- Care member

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